IAP Worker: Housing Access & Outreach (2-Year)

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Generous Annual Leave

Fixed-term 2 years

Job summary

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co in Geelong is seeking an Initial Assessment and Planning (IAP) Worker to provide timely assessments and support for Aboriginal people experiencing homelessness, with a mix of office-based and outreach delivery within the Safe Homes & Healing Team.

You will assess needs, coordinate and advocate for access to housing support and programs, apply culturally safe practices, and help clients achieve stable housing while ensuring child safety principles are upheld.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely assessments for Aboriginal people experiencing homelessness.
• Coordinate and advocate for access to housing programs and services.
• Apply culturally safe practices and collaborate with clients to reach housing stability.

Job description

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co in Geelong is seeking an Initial Assessment and Planning (IAP) Worker to provide timely assessments and support for Aboriginal people experiencing homelessness, with a mix of office-based and outreach delivery within the Safe Homes & Healing Team.

You will assess needs, coordinate and advocate for access to housing support and programs, apply culturally safe practices, and help clients achieve stable housing while ensuring child safety principles are upheld.